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1615 days ago

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Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week’s issue we prune raspberries and brambles. It’s time to get garlic in the ground, grow broad beans (even if you loathe them), raise native trees and shrubs from seed, propagate shrubs by layering and sow onions direct or in trays.

Plus Hilton Carter’s guide to pets vs indoor … View more
In this week’s issue we prune raspberries and brambles. It’s time to get garlic in the ground, grow broad beans (even if you loathe them), raise native trees and shrubs from seed, propagate shrubs by layering and sow onions direct or in trays.

Plus Hilton Carter’s guide to pets vs indoor plants from his book Wild Interiors. Enter NZ Gardener’s Houseplant Heroes competition and be in to win Vegan Fertiliser from Yates and NZ Gardener’s Pruning Made Easy.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:

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1615 days ago

Prospa National Winner - Waikanae Beach Four Square!

Prospa

Quoc Tran proud to be serving his customers and the local community!

Quoc Tran loves being a Kiwi and greets every customer into his shop with a broad grin. A friendly smile, a positive can-do attitude and is passionate about running his store. That’s Tran’s simple but effective recipe for … View more
Quoc Tran proud to be serving his customers and the local community!

Quoc Tran loves being a Kiwi and greets every customer into his shop with a broad grin. A friendly smile, a positive can-do attitude and is passionate about running his store. That’s Tran’s simple but effective recipe for success running a local business.

Tran operates Four Square Waikanae Beach and is hailed as the “ultimate friendly shopkeeper” by his customers. Now Tran has been recognised for his dedication to the community by being named the country’s National Winner in the Prospa Local Business Hero Awards. Tran is a proud winner of a prize package worth $10,000!

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Nomination Quotes - "Quoc Tan of Waikanae Beach Kapiti coast.
An exceptional guy who has worked very hard (& his wife too) since arriving in NZ from Vietnam. They operate a hugely friendly & now smartly updated Four Square superette. A very necessary & important store at Waikanae Beach."

"Quoc and his family are an integral part of our community"

"Quoc Tan - he represents all that embodies the very core of the reason NZ is proud to call itself an all-embracing, multi-cultural melting pot"
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1616 days ago

Combined Garage sale

Shuer from Boulcott

35 George Street, Stokes Valley
Saturday, 22/06/20, 8:00 - 11:00 am. Postpone to 27/06/20 if it rains.

Good quality, plenty and variety of new or preloved ---
Clothes: warm jackets for winter, stylish clothes/skirts/dress for different season and occation; huge amount of pijamas;
Scarf: thin and … View more
35 George Street, Stokes Valley
Saturday, 22/06/20, 8:00 - 11:00 am. Postpone to 27/06/20 if it rains.

Good quality, plenty and variety of new or preloved ---
Clothes: warm jackets for winter, stylish clothes/skirts/dress for different season and occation; huge amount of pijamas;
Scarf: thin and thick, for style, for keeping warm, or for both;
Fashion shoes: sandals, jandals, boots;
Stylish bags: shoulder or hand bags,
Beddings: sheet, duvet inner, duvet cover, pillow, pillow cases;
Curtains: different sizes;
Table clothes: different sizes
Kitchen: cooking thing, utensils, cutleries, bowls, plates;
Vases: variety, glass/china;
Artificial flowers;
Toys/games/puzzles: suitable for all kids.
All in good hygiene condition for those preloved items.

Negotiable

1617 days ago
1617 days ago

Essentials.

Jane from Naenae

Hi neighbours.These boxes have arrived n ready to be piked up.1 box per person.please come to the door n some one will serve you Fifs.No Holds sori. 19boxes to get rid of.nga mihi whanau.

1617 days ago

Do you own property but don’t want to deal with the stress of maintaining and managing?

Joshua from

Locally trusted gardening/landscaping company Price Smart now provides property maintenance solutions at a price lower than the industry standard.

For more information, Give us call at 027 548 9818 Or Visit www.pricesmart.co.nz...

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1617 days ago

Nominations for the 2020 Women of Influence Awards are now open!!!

Women of Influence

Know an inspirational woman who’s helping make New Zealand a better place? Nominate her now for the 2020 Women of Influence Awards.

The Women of Influence Awards shine a light on the amazing work Kiwi women are doing from grassroots level to the global stage. Helping propel our future leaders … View more
Know an inspirational woman who’s helping make New Zealand a better place? Nominate her now for the 2020 Women of Influence Awards.

The Women of Influence Awards shine a light on the amazing work Kiwi women are doing from grassroots level to the global stage. Helping propel our future leaders and rising stars to bigger and better things.

Head to www.womenofinfluence.co.nz... more information

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1617 days ago

Just what you need, right nearby

Four Square

Hot chicken and fresh salad 4 the easy dinner? Apples and a loaf of bread 4 the lunchbox panic? Bacon and eggs 4 breakfast in bed?

Whether it’s easy munches, school lunches or Sunday brunches, your Four Square has everything you need to keep life nice, easy and local.

Four Square. Just … View more
Hot chicken and fresh salad 4 the easy dinner? Apples and a loaf of bread 4 the lunchbox panic? Bacon and eggs 4 breakfast in bed?

Whether it’s easy munches, school lunches or Sunday brunches, your Four Square has everything you need to keep life nice, easy and local.

Four Square. Just what you need, right nearby.
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1618 days ago

Have you survived a life shock?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

The Sunday Star-Times is exploring what it means to be resilient in times of uncertainty and loss. Perhaps you've suffered a devastating financial loss, overcome a health issue, or had to start over again? We're keen to hear what made you keep going, and what advice you would have for … View moreThe Sunday Star-Times is exploring what it means to be resilient in times of uncertainty and loss. Perhaps you've suffered a devastating financial loss, overcome a health issue, or had to start over again? We're keen to hear what made you keep going, and what advice you would have for others. If you're happy to be identified and share your story, please share your story in the comments below, or contact kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz

1630 days ago

Cartoon on train delays

Alan from Petone

An ‘aging signal fault’ is being blamed for current delays on the Hutt Valley line. Here’s a cartoon on this subject.

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1624 days ago

Building 101: So you want to build a sleep out...

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

When I heard there would be changes to the consent rules around building sleep outs, I was excited. I've always wanted a tea house in my back yard... a garden room where I can do a bit of potting, maybe read a book, or just cool off in the shade.
Turns out it's not quite as simple as a … View more
When I heard there would be changes to the consent rules around building sleep outs, I was excited. I've always wanted a tea house in my back yard... a garden room where I can do a bit of potting, maybe read a book, or just cool off in the shade.
Turns out it's not quite as simple as a trip to the hardware store to burn a hole in your credit card. If you're thinking of putting something up on your property, check in here first:

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1619 days ago

Glass Vase For sale

Shuer from Boulcott

Beautiful.

Price: $30

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1619 days ago

Beautiful Vases for Sale

Shuer from Boulcott

Two Vases. $30 for two.
The tail of the bird at the left hand side was broken.

Price: $30

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1621 days ago

Household Goods

Rowena from Boulcott

Am looking to buy dining table/chairs../single bed or bunks..

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